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2015 pediatric immunization schedule issued

The American Academy of Pediatrics has announced the release of the 2015 recommended vaccination schedule for children and adolescents in a recent policy statement from the Academy's Committee on Infectious Diseases. What's new?

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2015 Medical Economics Annual Physician Writing Contest
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Stroke and the psyche

In addition to claiming a physical toll, the residual effects on children who have experienced strokes often include emotional, behavioral, and cognitive problems. Pediatricians can help orchestrate much-needed long-term care. Find out how you can help your patients.

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Pediatric Influenza: Risks, Immunization Strategies, and Prevention
Children experience the highest morbidity during influenza epidemics — The CDC states that children younger than 5, and especially those younger than 2, are at high risk for developing flu-related complications. Find articles, video, tools, and resources to help prevent and manage pediatric influenza. Read more

Children's benefits under ACA vary by state

Federal rules allow for state-specific "essential health benefit" declarations. How much variation is there?

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Progress on premature babies, March of Dimes report

In Contemporary Pediatrics' exclusive interview with Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM, senior vice president, University of South Florida (USF) Health, and dean, USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, we asked what steps physicians can take to impact the sobering statistic of 1 in 9 US infants still being born at 37 or fewer weeks' gestation. » More with podcast.

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